Competition No. #2025-10
Starting Hourly Rate: $35.22
(after completion of 6-month probation: $37.08)
Classification Band 3
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is the 11th busiest airport in Canada and is located on the homelands of the WSÁNE People whose historical relationship to the land continues to this day. YYJ has been rated one of the top ten most-loved airports in the world by CNN Travel and has been named one of BC’s Top Employers annually since 2020. Winner of the best regional airport in North America award by Airports Council International in 2012, 2014, 2020 and 2024, YYJ provides a safe, secure, sustainable, and efficient airport that creates prosperity for our region by connecting Greater Victoria with the world. Victoria Airport Authority has managed the operations at YYJ on behalf of the surrounding communities since April 1, 1997.

REQUIREMENTS:

The ideal candidate will have:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Completion of Grade 12
• Minimum two years’ related experience with snow removal and ground maintenance using heavy equipment
• BC Class 3 Driver’s license with air brakes endorsement is required
• Knowledge of safe operation of tools and heavy-duty equipment
• Knowledge of pavement maintenance requirements and inspection procedures
• Proficiency in the English language, both spoken and written
• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of commonly used software programs
• Within three (3) months of hire the Airport Maintenance Specialist 2 must obtain and maintain the appropriate level of Airport Security Clearance (RAIC)** as well as the following certifications:
  o Airside Vehicle Operator Permit (AVOP D/A)
  o Radio Operator’s Certificate – Aeronautical
  o WHMIS certification

o Transportation of dangerous goods

• Within six (6) months of hire the Airport Maintenance Specialist 2 must obtain the following certifications:

o Airside Vehicle Operator Permit (AVOP D)
o Firearms Possession and Acquisition License (PAL)
o Forklift Operator’s Certificate
Skills and abilities:

The Airport Maintenance Specialist 2 must also possess and/or demonstrate:

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written, with internal and external customers
• Ability to be tactful, demonstrate excellent judgment, and work as a positive and collaborative team member at all times
• Organized and the ability to work under deadlines with conflicting demands
• Basic computer skills and the ability to use a wide variety of software packages
• Enthusiastic, energetic, a self-starter and the ability to work independently
• Fully qualified to operate heavy duty equipment and tools
• Above average mechanical aptitude
• Aptitude and willingness to learn new technology
• Personal suitability to work in an emergency, hazardous (i.e. confined space, heights) or inclement weather situations
• Ability to work long periods of time doing physical labour and lift over 40 pounds on occasion

VAA is part of the federally regulated air transportation sector and employees must abide by any potential future federally mandated health measures (e.g. COVID-19 vaccination/booster shots).
Please refer to the full list of Requirements and Duties as found in the job description on VAA’s website.

PLEASE ENSURE YOUR APPLICATION CLEARLY IDENTIFIES HOW YOU MEET THE EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS STATED IN THE JOB DESCRIPTION. APPLICANTS MUST BE LEGALLY ENTITLED TO WORK IN CANADA.

We sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
** The Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) is a security pass issued by local airport authorities to all non-passengers working in the restricted areas of airports

Please refer the Job description for details